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South Launches Speakers Bureau With Online Directory

Dr. Linda Ding, an assistant professor of surgery in the College of Medicine, is one
of the featured speakers listed in the USA Speakers Bureau. The topics she is available
to speak on include trauma, surgical critical care and firearm violence/injury prevention.

More than 50 faculty, staff, alumni and student leaders from an array of academic
fields and departments have signed up to speak for free to local non-profits, civic
and service organizations, churches, professional groups, and at conventions. They
are now listed in the new online University of South Alabama Speakers Bureau/Experts Directory.

Dr. Sam Fisher, associate professor of political science and criminal justice, was
one of the first faculty members to sign up as a speaker/expert.

“I have been teaching at South Alabama for nearly 30 years,” Fisher said. “I see it
as part of my responsibility as a faculty member to talk to the community about government
and politics. It’s important for professors and staff to share their knowledge, because
we have unique perspectives and different areas of expertise.”

The speakers bureau is maintained by the Office of Marketing and Communications. This
new online process will make it easier for those who are looking for speakers or for
those who want to sign up and become a speaker.

Melva Jones, director of University Special Events, looks forward to sharing her knowledge
with others at workshops and conferences. She was the first staff member to sign up
as a speaker/expert.

“This is a great opportunity for me to share best practices, tools and resources in
the field of special events,” Jones expressed. “This platform also allows for a diverse
voice of South student leaders, professionals and alumni leaders who are ready to
contribute and give back.”

The speaking areas are:

Arts and Music

Business and Entrepreneurship

Health, Wellness and Personal Development

Higher Education and University Programs

History

Math, Science, Technology and Engineering

Politics, Public Policy and Criminal Justice

Social Issues and Diversity

If you need to schedule a speaker for an upcoming event or register to become a speaker,
please visit the speakers bureau website or call (251) 460-6638.